It’s the season of taiko sounds, late night food stalls, yukata and goldfish games: yes, it’s matsuri time! Summer in Japan brings a number of creative things to help you beat the heat — watermelon and salt sodas, kakigori, matcha flavored chu-hi, bon dance, and yukata — to name a few. But there’s only one place you can enjoy them altogether in a true Japanese experience: the … [Read more...] about 10 Must-See Japanese Summer Festivals Matsuri ( Photo feature )
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47-Year-Old Japanese Man Living The Ultimate Weeb Dream After Marrying His Favorite Idol
The gap of 27 years hasn't stopped one former idol from getting married to her more senior admirer in Japan. Yuki Tomoe, a former idol, met Mitsuo when Tomoe was just 17, and he was 44 during an idol concert.It was in 2020, and Tomoe had made her debut as a brand new singer in an idol group from Osaka. Before that, Tomoe was merely a replacement member. Mitsuo, an avid … [Read more...] about 47-Year-Old Japanese Man Living The Ultimate Weeb Dream After Marrying His Favorite Idol
Japanese City Is Planning To Buy The Forest That Inspired Totoro To Preserve It
A Japanese city has launched an online campaign to save a particular area of forest that was the inspiration for the animator in the cult film "My Neighbor Totoro." Tokorozawa, a town outside of Tokyo, has decided to purchase the "Totoro Forest" for a massive sum of 2.6 Billion yen or (19 million yen). What's more impressive is that some amount was also chipped in through … [Read more...] about Japanese City Is Planning To Buy The Forest That Inspired Totoro To Preserve It
Survey Says About 40% Of Japanese Men Above Their 20’s Haven’t Gone On A Date
A large number of women who are 20 or older are not yet to go on their first date, according to a study by the government. The Japanese government announced the result of their study on gender equality on Tuesday. The study covered an array of information regarding women and men in Japan. One statistic that has been received with surprise is that, as per the research, roughly … [Read more...] about Survey Says About 40% Of Japanese Men Above Their 20’s Haven’t Gone On A Date
The Meaning Of ‘Senpai’ And How To Use It Properly In Japanese
Perhaps you've seen some anime or Japanese drama shows and have heard the term "senpai" (先輩) more than a few times. Your friends who don't even understand Japanese may also have heard of this word. If you've seen it with subtitles, you have likely been able to understand the meaning. However, we're here to clarify what it means and how you can use it. What exactly do you mean … [Read more...] about The Meaning Of ‘Senpai’ And How To Use It Properly In Japanese
The Meaning of ‘Sensei’ And How To Use It Properly In Japanese
The most famous Japanese word students learn first is 先生. This is because many people travel to Japan to study or teach Japanese and encounter the word daily. 先生 usually attaches to the family name. Yamada-sensei would be how you refer to a teacher named 'First name' Yamada. However, Japanese people know that foreigners use their first names, so 'sensei' is usually attached to … [Read more...] about The Meaning of ‘Sensei’ And How To Use It Properly In Japanese
49% Of Japanese Companies Have An “Old Man Who Does Nothing” According To A Survey
People don't want their weakest link to become a part of a chain. This is why people often avoid joining new companies. Some people, however, find the sweet spot where they can do enough not to get fired. This is often to the dismay of their more hardworking colleagues. To learn more about this phenomenon, consulting company, Shikigaku interviewed 300 employees at over … [Read more...] about 49% Of Japanese Companies Have An “Old Man Who Does Nothing” According To A Survey
The Top 15 Most Popular Female Actors in Japan in 2023
Bunshun, a prominent Japanese magazine, conducts polls each year to determine the most popular female actors. Haruka Ayase, 36, a previous gravure idol, topped the ranking for the second year in a row, and she won by a large margin. While several newbies came into the Top 15 for the first time, veteran performers kept their ground to keep the top slots. Annual Bunshun … [Read more...] about The Top 15 Most Popular Female Actors in Japan in 2023
5 Most Popular Cars in Japan
Japan is renowned for being a significant player in the car industry and being the home of the most loved cars on the globe. The 2021 National Car Life Survey is based on a survey of 1,000 male and female car drivers. To participate in the survey one's age should be between eighteen to fifty-nine. The Honda N-Box , Daihatsu Tanto, Toyota Prius, Toyota Aqua, and Honda … [Read more...] about 5 Most Popular Cars in Japan
7 Tourists Arrive In Japan As A Test For Group Tours Before Japan Officially Opens In June
7 U.S. tourists arrived in Japan this Tuesday to test the small-scale guided tourist plan to begin reopening Japan for tourists in June.Six hailing from Hawaii and one from Los Angeles -- landed at Narita airport in the city of Tokyo and will be participating in tours following the coronavirus anti-measures. The number of tourists visiting Japan has been at record lows after … [Read more...] about 7 Tourists Arrive In Japan As A Test For Group Tours Before Japan Officially Opens In June
Aoshima Island: Japan’s Best Cat Island And A Paradise For Cat Lovers
What is it that makes Aoshima unique and distinct from other cat-friendly islands? There are many reasons, but the most obvious is when you step off the boat and the meowing welcome committee rushes up for your arrival. A few years ago, there were around 200 cats on the tiny island. There are a variety of breeds present, including a vast majority of brown and orange tabbies and … [Read more...] about Aoshima Island: Japan’s Best Cat Island And A Paradise For Cat Lovers
Show Your Love For Spy x Family With New Uniqlo Collaboration T-shirts
Manga/anime Spy x Family is a tale of hidden motives and secrets and secrets, with a focus on the Spy Loid Forger as well as the fake marriage he gets to together with Yor Briar (secretly an assassin) and their adopted daughter Anya (who is secretly gifted with the ability to read minds). While the trio navigates through the complex web of lies, the cat is in the bag. the Spy … [Read more...] about Show Your Love For Spy x Family With New Uniqlo Collaboration T-shirts